Onshore wind pipeline continues to grow

The pipeline for UK onshore wind projects has increased by almost 10 per cent over the past year, according to latest figures.

Data from RenewableUK’s EnergyPulse report shows the capacity of projects either operational, under construction, or being planned has increased by 4.3GW to 47.1GW.

Commissioning of projects is also on an upwards trend since the historic low in 2020, with operational capacity increasing from 15.5GW to 15.8GW.

James Robottom, Head of Onshore Wind Delivery for RenewableUK, said the last 12 months had been an important year for the sector following the lifting of the de-facto ban on onshore wind in England, as well as the delivery of an Onshore Wind Taskforce Strategy.

“This progress is a testament to the determination of our industry, and the growing recognition that onshore wind is one of the most cost-effective and pragmatic routes to achieving net zero,” he said.